Physical Description of Persona:
N'vanik is just over six feet and well-built with lean muscle he began to develop even before becoming a rider. A small Threadscar on his left cheek does not detract from his good looks. He has dark blonde hair that grows straight and is kept long more out of disregard than preference. His hazel eyes can sparkle with mischief as easily as they smolder with anger.

Emotional Description of Persona:
Independent and often aloof, he has a dislike for authority figures. His loyalty can be earned, but most people don't have the patience to do so. A fiery temper and biting sarcasm do not help to endear him to others, but the man beneath these defenses is surprisingly deep. He can also turn on the charm to get what he wants, particularly women. Lately, he has discovered a measure of patience and caring he didn't know he had.

History of Persona:
Born at Jade Harbour Hold, his early life was not a happy one. N'vanik's mother died when he was young, and his father was abusive. When he was 14, he ran away from home and lived holdless. For turns he drifted, traveling with caravans or working at various holds. When a Searchrider offered him a chance to stand, he was hesitant to give up his independent life. But the lure of an easy life as a dragonrider was too good to pass up. Only weeks later he Impressed Loseth and for the first time in his life he felt love and acceptance. He quickly became the bane of the Weyrlingmaster, defying his authority at nearly every turn. Later as a wingrider he was lax in his duties, frustrating his wingmates and causing them to wonder how he ever Impressed bronze. He transferred to Dream's End shortly after it reopened, but the move did little to improve his attitude.
When Thread began to fall, there was a sudden change in him. With a menace to fight, his performance in drills improved dramatically. Outside of his immediate duties however, he is still arrogant, disrespectful and temperamental. After a fight with his Wingleader got physical, it was decided that he should again be transferred to another Weyr.

At Dragonsfall, he began to repeat the same old patterns: fighting, drinking and volatile relationships. Then one night Talryne showed up at his door, newly dragonless and lonely. Feeling responsible for her dragon's death, he took her in. Over time he fell in love, and he's still getting used to his first stable relationship.

One day a girl showed up and declared herself to be none other than his daughter. Not knowing that she had even existed, N'vanik doesn't quite know how to relate to her. Now that Cosani has Impressed, he wants to find a way to be a part of her life.

When Traelyn threw her flight open at Dolphin Cove, N'vanik took the chance. His surprising win meant a huge adjustment in his life, and the man that thumbed his nose at authority now holds the highest rank at the Weyr.

Dragon's Name: LosethDragon's Age: 21Dragon's Colour: BronzeDescription of Dragon:Proud and competitive, Loseth is also friendly. He brings out the tenderness in his rider and is the voice of reason to counter N'vanik's quick temper. Minor scorings on his right flank and left forearm mar his otherwise even colored hide.